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From: Nadine.Thomas@p59.f1.n360.z1.fidonet.org (Nadine Thomas)
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Subject: Lupus
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Date: 20 Jul 90 20:18:10 GMT
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In a message to Nadine Thomas <13 Jul 90 17:02:00> Rusty Ferguson wrote:

 RF> I really think I am able to control my sugar problems, whatever they
 RF> may be via the diet I'm own and do follow.

Good. Now try to not put on too much weight.  Sometimes we don't
realize how much exercise we eliminate when we are sick. Even
though you are walking there are areas (it would me my guess) that
you have cut back on.  This is self protection so don't think you
MUST keep increasing energy output if you are feeling worse.  You
need to balance your day and rest when your body tells you to.  It
is common to overdue the day after not feeling well and having not
fulfilled your `chores'.  Try to stay out of that trap. Chores will
get done even if it takes a few days to do them.  I have found that
many things can be done from home via the phone, mail, or friends.
I have learned that it is okay to say `no' and even change my mind
if I had originally said `yes'.  It gets easier each time you do
it.

 RF> Everything went okay at the eye doc and he gave his okay for
 RF> Plaquniel (sp). So unless the swelling goes down and stays down I
 RF> will get Plaquniel and a diagnosis.  That is strange when you think
 RF> about it.  If the eye doc had said no way you can't go on it, then I
 RF> don't have Lupus and if he since he said yes, in six more weeks I'll
 RF> most likely be official.  >grin< 

I know the feeling.  It feels good to have the diagnosis and get on
with life.  That does not mean I am happy I have what I have but at
least I know what can and can't be done and I can get into a sort
of routine.  Sounds like you are doing great!

Nadine
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